Ranju Manoj

Experience & Activities

Dr. Ranju Manoj, BVSc, MVSc, PhD, Dip ACVM (Parasitology), is a veterinary parasitologist and clinical scientist whose work spans zoonotic disease research, diagnostic parasitology, and translational innovation in animal health. She currently serves as a Senior Scientist (Clinical) at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc., where she leads clinical strategy, study design, regulatory‑facing research, and cross‑functional development efforts for novel veterinary pharmaceutical products. Her expertise integrates molecular parasitology, vector‑borne disease epidemiology, and clinical trial execution, making her a key scientific contributor in both academic and industry environments.

Dr. Manoj earned her PhD in Animal Health and Zoonoses from the University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy, graduating with the distinguished Doctor Europaeus title. Her research has advanced the understanding of arthropod‑borne pathogens, Wolbachia endosymbionts, and emerging parasitic infections across Europe, Asia, and North America. She has authored more than 30 peer‑reviewed publications in respected international journals, and her Google Scholar profile reflects a strong citation record and sustained scientific impact.

A Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists (Parasitology), she has extensive experience in diagnostic parasitology, morphological identification, and molecular detection of parasites in domestic animals, wildlife, and vectors. She has trained graduate students, veterinary faculty, and diagnostic laboratory personnel, and has delivered invited lectures and presentations at major international conferences.

Dr. Manoj has received multiple competitive awards, including travel grants from AAVP and WAAVP, and serves as a peer reviewer for leading journals in parasitology and infectious diseases. Her career reflects a deep commitment to advancing veterinary parasitology through research, diagnostics, teaching, and clinical innovation.